Turtle Hospital

We are the largest veterinary hospital in the Florida Keys, and we treat a wide range of animals. We are an Exotics and Internal Medicine referral hospital with numerous qualified surgeons on staff. All of our doctors volunteer numerous hours to help and treat wildlife in our community.

For the first time in 1968, Keys Animal Hospital opened its doors in Marathon, FL, delivering professional veterinarian, housing, and dentistry services to the neighborhood. We had a responsibility to offer the best care possible to our patients as the area's first free-standing veterinary clinic in over a 100-mile radius in the 1970s. Our mission and commitment to keep that promise haven't altered in over 50 years. Since then, our staff has updated and expanded the practice while being a community pillar, safeguarding and caring for your four-legged family members. Whether you're coming in for emergency treatments or just to have their nails clipped, your dogs are in good hands. Trust us to take care of everything so you can relax.

In the Florida Keys, K.A.E.R. is the only emergency hospital with on-site veterinarians. Our doctors have been practicing emergency care in Florida for over ten years. When your daytime vets are unavailable, we are present for your animal's needs.

We treat our dogs like family here. We realize how essential your pet is to you since they're always there for you, with a wagging tail or a cheerful purr and unconditional affection, through thick and thin. Our objective is to work alongside you in caring for your pet's physical and mental health so that you can spend many happy years together. So, if your cat need a medical examination... When they're sick, they need a loving team and top-notch medical care... or some tips on what food to feed them or how to care for them at home, we're here to help! We make every effort to make their visit as pleasant as possible. Come in and meet us, and you'll see why.

Island Paws Veterinary Hospital is conveniently located at milepost 81.5 on the Oceanside in the middle of Islamorada, and is locally owned and operated. Our practice has a welcoming atmosphere, and we attempt to provide customized care by tailoring our advice and treatments to your pet's specific needs.

Since 2010, our veterinary clinic has happily served Key Largo, FL, encompassing Islamorada, Tavernier, and Ocean Reef. Our facility is an AAHA-accredited, Designated Cat Friendly Practice, and our team members are Fear Free Certified Professionals, so we never cut corners when it comes to providing the best medical care and customer service.